Pistachio Cake with Honey and Orange Zest

Servings

Serves 8-10 people

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups (190g) all-purpose flour
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
• 2 large eggs
• 2 teaspoons grated orange zest
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 cup (120g) shelled pistachios, chopped

Instructions

Preheat and Prep

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch (23cm) round cake pans and line the bottoms with parchment paper.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Make the Cake

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and granulated sugar. Beat until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
2. Add the milk, eggs, orange zest, and honey to the mixing bowl. Beat until well combined.
3. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, beating until just combined.
4. Stir in the chopped pistachios.

Bake the Cake

1. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
2. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake comes out clean.
3. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Assemble and Serve

1. Once the cakes are completely cool, place one layer on a serving plate.
2. Spread a thin layer of honey over the top of the cake layer.
3. Top with the second cake layer.
4. Dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Note: You can adjust the amount of honey and orange zest to your liking, but be sure not to overpower the delicate flavor of the pistachios!